What Christ Thinks of the Church

by Stott, John R. W.

• ISBN13: 9780801064715
• ISBN10: 0801064716
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2003-10-01
• Publisher: Baker Pub Group

Summary

What does Christ think of the church? In chapters 1-3 of the Book of Revelation, by praise and reproach, by warning and exhortation, Christ reveals what he wants his church to be like in all places and at all times.In this book, John Stott, known worldwide for his scholarly writing, explores the fascinating letters to seven churches of the ancient world-with many insights for our church today. "My prayer is that this book may help church leaders grasp where Christ's priorities lie. There is much here to call us to repentance and renewal, much to humble and shame us, much to warn us of the malice of our enemy, and much to incite us to fortitude and perseverance."

Author Biography

Rev. Dr. John Stott has an international ministry as a gifted preacher and biblical scholar. He lives in London, England, and is the author of many books

Table of Contents

Preface	7	(2)
Introduction	9	(12)
The Letter to Ephesus: Love	21	(14)
The Letter to Smyrna: Suffering	35	(14)
The Letter to Pergamum: Truth	49	(16)
The Letter to Thyatira: Holiness	65	(16)
The Letter to Sardis: Reality	81	(16)
The Letter to Philadelphia: Opportunity	97	(14)
The Letter to Laodicea: Wholeheartedness	111	(14)
Conclusion	125